Chocolate Coffee Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Chocolate Coffee Cake combines rich cocoa flavor with the boldness of black coffee, creating a moist and decadent dessert suitable for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike. Its tender crumb and subtle bitterness make it perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, appealing to those who enjoy layered, flavorful cakes.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 teaspoons cocoa
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup strong black coffee

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the cocoa powder.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the buttermilk and vanilla.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  8. Stir in the strong black coffee until the batter is smooth.
  9. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

645 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.8g 20% DV
Total Fat 33.7g 43% DV
Carbs 62.5g 23% DV
Fiber 10.3g 37% DV
Sugar 4.8g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16636mg 100% DV
Potassium 923.5mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 134.8mg 10% DV
Iron 5.5mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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